Which is better for hard floors?

The V8 Absolute. Its Fluffy head uses soft woven nylon and anti-static carbon fiber, which is made for hard floors. The V8 ships with the Motorbar head only.

Is the V8 Absolute worth the extra money?

Only if the prices are close. Both topped out at $179.99 in late October 2026, so at equal price the Absolute gives you more heads and tools for the same money.

Do they have the same suction and runtime?

They are the same V8 platform, so suction and the 40-minute fade-free runtime should match. The Absolute listing states a 2800 mAh, 21.6 V battery; the V8 listing does not state one.

Which holds more dirt?

The V8 Absolute, at 0.14 gal versus 0.1 gal for the V8. Both are bagless and empty the same way.

Are they both good for pet hair?

Yes. Both have the de-tangling Motorbar head with hair removal vanes and the Hair screw tool for upholstery and pet beds, plus whole-machine filtration for pet allergens.

Why was the V8 Absolute listed at $25.99?

That October 29, 2026 price matches a battery-pack-only listing, not the full vacuum. Check that the listing includes the cleaner heads before buying.

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum vs Dyson V8 Absolute

Buy the V8 Absolute if you want the Fluffy soft-roller head for hard floors and the extra tools; it is the more complete kit. The V8 is the same vacuum with fewer attachments, so pick it only if the price gap is real. Prices are unclear right now: the V8 was $179.99 at ShopSimon as of October 28, 2026, while the V8 Absolute listing ranged from $25.99 on October 29 to $179.99 on October 31, 2026, and that low figure looks like a battery-only listing, not the full vacuum.

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